Kirk Moss shares the findings of research he conducted with colleagues Dr. Stephen Benham and Dr. Kristen Pellegrino on what types of assessments were being administered in the orchestra classroom, how these assessments were evaluated, and more.
Read MoreStacy Hanson details the intricacies involved in construction planning for the Curtis Performance Hall at Assumption College in Massachusetts. Outlined in this article are the many parties involved in decision-making, important considerations for differing ensemble needs, and the many steps involved in the process.
Read MoreCraig Kirchhoff describes the challenges music educators face when selecting repertoire for their ensembles and the careful thought that goes into making such decisions.
Read MoreRead about the Dr. William P. Foster project – what it is, how it came to be, and the 2018 winners.
Read MoreChris Gleason shares his experiences with assessment in the music classroom – how to “go beyond grades” and establish intrinsic motivation in students.
Read MoreKeith Ozsvath’s tips for rehearsal success
Read MoreFrom Yamaha SupportED Magazine, 2016 – Savy Leise shares the story of a director’s success increasing orchestra participation at McQueen High School in Reno, Nevada.
Read MoreRead some “thoughts on competition” from directors whose bands participated in the 2017 Bands of America Grand National Championships, presented by Yamaha.
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Brandon Barrometti discusses the musical learning opportunities provided by chamber ensemble participation and ways you may be able to introduce or develop chamber ensembles to your programming.
Read MoreDoug Elmore offers tips on how to develop tone quality among your orchestra students while also trying to balance the other endless teaching responsibilities.
Read MoreWendy Higdon shares “robust strategies to empower students” that will help your band sound its best.
Read MoreRachel and Jessica Shield share classroom management strategies for middle school
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Keith Ozsvath shares six steps middle school music educators can take to build a positive relationship with students, contributing to better classroom management.
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Christian Howes emphasizes the importance of following inspiration and continually creating in order to achieve continual growth as an artist.
Read MoreNoa Kageyama outlines the finer points of what we can learn from both failure and success.
Read MoreKeith Ozsvath shares some of his favorite technology tools for integration with the music classroom.
Read MoreGabe Arnold shares how he applied what he learned as an inner city high school student and, later, member of the Marine Corps to his teaching experience in a Title I school setting.
Read MoreJazz violinist Christian Howes shares approaches to creating rhythmic accompaniment for string players.
Read MoreRichard Floyd discusses the importance of playing in tune beyond your own section.
Read MoreKen Dattmore shares important considerations to make before including electronic instruments in your orchestra program, including clost, instrumentation, repertoire, and more.
Read MoreDan Whisler explores the reasons why traveling with your ensemble is well worth the time, effort, and money.
Read MoreIn this interview, Dean Westman shares his experiences with Music for All, the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, and the Avon School District.
Read MoreKirk Moss discusses how to develop a sound-driven, rather than note-driven technique among string players.
Read MoreRichard Saucedo shares tips for the young band director that go beyond what is taught by universities.
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